November 14th, 2008
Deep breathing has to be one of the simplest things we can do to support better health – it’s cleansing, relaxing and energizing. Used to be I was a pro at shallow breathing – I’d get nervous, anxious or unsettled and I’d immediately, unconsciously get right in the rhythm of breathing from my chest.
But over the years,
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March 11th, 2008
Yesterday I made the intention to get up early this morning and attend a nearby yoga class. I’m a big fan of Kundalini yoga because it’s completely calming and grounding for me and is just the antidote for my busy lifestyle. There’s a yoga studio called Shakti Yoga just minutes from me – I went
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February 21st, 2008
If you read last week’s post on the Ecstasy of Eating and listened to the audio tip of the week, you already know that the ecstasy of eating is all about creating total pleasure. I don’t know about you, but with the hectic pace that’s regularly part of my life, I have to make a
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February 15th, 2008
Given the pace of my busy schedule, I sometimes find myself rushing through my day, barely focusing on the eating experience. To really get pleasure from my food, I have to consciously slow down and tune in, becoming a mindful eater. But when I do, it’s simply fantastic. It’s a pleasure to relax when I
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February 14th, 2008
It’s Valentine’s Day and I think this is the perfect occasion to love ourselves up! By that I mean indulging in exquisite self-care that has absolutely nothing to do with whether we have a love interest or not. It can be as simple as listening to our favorite music and lighting candles, creating a nice
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January 23rd, 2008
One of the sure things about life these days, is that it’s stressful. We seem to all be doing more with less, juggling multiple responsibilities and just trying to keep our heads above water. I’m really no different. And despite the fact that I help people manage their stress, it doesn’t mean that I don’t
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November 1st, 2007
Imagine if you could feel calm, focused and energized as you start each day, able to easily navigate life’s challenges with confidence and ease. Imagine if you could boost your body’s immune system and help prevent winter colds that can sideline you. And imagine if you could help prevent the onset of debilitating or chronic
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Filed under: Balance, Breathing, Energy, Exercise, Healing, Health - General, Healthy Body, Prevention, Relaxation, Soul and Spirit, Stress Management, Yoga | 4 Comments
October 23rd, 2007
I don’t know about you, but I notice that when I breathe more deeply it helps me calm down. This is coming from someone that used to be a perpetual worrier. I worried about everything, especially about how I would get everything done each day. I really suffered from anxiety and often was “in my
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